The Paceline Cycling Podcast
The Cycling Independent
The Paceline is a cycling podcast aimed at roadies, mountain bikers, commuters, cyclocross enthusiasts, those who grind gravel—indeed anyone who claims cycling for their own. The bicycle is more than a thing, it’s an issue. The Paceline also discusses the bike’s place in society. The hosts love bike gear so expect some banter about what works and what does not on the road and trail. The podcast on two wheels. No training wheels needed. The Paceline is hosted Patrick Brady and John Lewis, and is a production by The Cycling Independent.
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Feb 1, 2024 • 46min
Paceline Podcast 358
In engineering terms, a standard refers to something that a bunch of smart people have agree is a good solution. The bike industry seems short on that, John says. Patrick talks about his recent experience at a National Interscholastic Cycling Association skills clinic for coaches. Show links: CushCore TRAIL Set – CushcoreSportful Supergiara Jacket
Jan 25, 2024 • 43min
Paceline Podcast 357
This week John looks at a new-ish phenomenon in training called CLM, or Continuous Lactate Monitoring. Sounds like a party, huh? Patrick recently returned to a non-cycling activity: skate skiing, and he has some observations that might be a fit for many (most?) cyclists. Show links:Swrve Softshell Regular TrousersSalomon Nordic Skating Boots
Jan 18, 2024 • 55min
Paceline Podcast 356
Today we talk about New Zealand. John is just back from some of the best riding of his life, and so we break down why it’s a mountain biking paradise, how friendly the people are, and how to go about getting the most from a bike rental. Patrick is currently trying to figure out how […]
Jan 4, 2024 • 60min
Paceline Rerun: #175: Iron Cross, Outride Foundation
We’re dipping into the archives this week with John off to New Zealand. This week Selene discusses her experience with Iron Cross, the gravel/cyclocross/insanity event that takes place in Central Pennsylvania. This is her tenth anniversary of doing the race and she has won it four times previously. The event is so challenging the word […]
Dec 21, 2023 • 51min
Paceline 355
Today we discuss the two core abilities of riding a bike, the cardiovascular and the proprioceptive, i.e. how hard can you pedal and how well can you steer. These turn out to be fairly distinct abilities for many riders, including the pros. All that and some Paceline Picks for your listening pleasure.
Dec 20, 2023 • 40min
Paceline Podcast 354
This week Patrick and John take on the Christmas season with gifts for the cyclist who is incredibly hard to buy for. Or put another way: Most cyclists. Show links:SIBERIAN 2.0 GLOVE (craftsports.us)Essential Wool Hooded – Men’s Long Sleeve Baselayer | SalomonMEN’S GLIDE WIND TIGHTS (craftsports.us)Velo Classic Bike ToursBackroadsWestern Spirit Cycling Adventures Sportful Fiandre NoRain […]
Nov 30, 2023 • 46min
Paceline Podcast 353
This week we see the return of John and he takes a hard look at the way bike shops are having to cope with servicing products they may not be experts in. Patrick takes on the question of whether gravel bikes need dropper posts.
Nov 23, 2023 • 45min
Paceline Podcast 352
This week we welcome back Selene Yeager to the show to check in. We talk about her podcast “Hit Play, Not Pause,” as well as her work with Feisty Media, and the new book she co-wrote with her brother, Kirk Yeager, who is the FBI’s top bomb scientist. Show links:Peter Flax: Commentary: A partially subjective […]
Nov 16, 2023 • 1h 4min
Paceline Tandem: Going DEEPER than Bike Fit with Phil Cavell
John talks to one of the U.K.’s foremost fitters of pros and freds alike. He lends considerable wisdom, not just about fit, but what it means to work hard in cycling, how we approach our deepest passions after our physical peak has passed, and what it means to the first generation of humans trying to […]
Nov 3, 2023 • 52min
Paceline Podcast 351
John talks finding balance, especially how the bike helps us find balance and how finding balance changed for many of us thanks to the pandemic. Patrick takes on a listener question about learning to be a better descender. Show links:Martello Trail – Trail Tires | VittoriaGiordana Super Roubaix Arm, Knee and Leg Warmers
